Moyes ties down wonderkid Januzaj as midfielder signs five-year deal at United

Adnan Januzaj has signed a five-year contract with Manchester United, the Premier League champions have confirmed.

The 18-year-old winger has been one of the breakthrough acts of the season and made his name with a match-winning two-goal show against Sunderland in United's last fixture before the international break.

In the bag: Januzaj's contract was due to run out this summer, but United have moved quick

That sparked a debate about his
international eligibility, with England keen on joining the list of
countries he is available to play for.

Januzaj told the club's official website: 'It’s a great thrill to
be able to sign for Manchester United. Since arriving here I have always
felt like this was the right club for me.

'This season has been great for me –
going on the pre season tour, making my debut in the Community Shield
win at Wembley and then breaking into the team at Sunderland – it’s like
a dream.

'I want to work hard now and establish myself as a Manchester United player.'

Right place, right time: Januzaj said the club always felt like it was right for him

Done deal: Moyes was desperate to tie down the midfielder after reported interest from elsewhere

United boss David Moyes said: 'I'm delighted that Adnan has committed his future to United

'He is an outstanding talent and has impressed me consistently since I came to United in July.

'His balance, poise and ability to
beat players is truly exceptional for a boy of his age. It's great that
he recognises that this club, with its tradition for developing young
players and giving them a chance on the biggest stage, is the best place
for him to be.'

Wrapped up: Januzaj has signed a five-year deal at Old Trafford

Januzaj's extension gives Moyes' men a timely boost ahead of their Barclays Premier League clash with Southampton on Saturday.

A deal through to 2018 will also complete five years in England after the age of 18 for Januzaj, meaning he would have served the time needed to become available for the Three Lions on residency grounds, should he so wish.

When it was revealed the Football Association had asked after Januzaj in the wake of the Sunderland game, it kicked off a heated debate over eligibility.